Benjamin Raley

Benjamin Raley serves as a Contract Administrator within the FA3022 14 Cons Lgca unit of the Department of the Air Force, where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical construction and infrastructure support contracts. Responsible for managing the full lifecycle of procurement actions—from solicitation through contract award and administration—he ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while advancing the agency’s objectives to sustain and modernize Air Force installations. His portfolio primarily encompasses facility maintenance, life-safety system upgrades, and specialized building services essential to operational readiness and base resilience. Raley maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of established contractors, including DOMINGUEZ & PERSONS, LLC, WEST BROTHERS CONSTRUCTION INC, AIR CONTROL ENGINEERING INC, WESTNET, LLC, and THE STATION INC. These partnerships reflect a preference for vendors with proven expertise in commercial and institutional construction, mechanical systems, and facility repair services. His approach emphasizes reliability, technical competency, and performance history, fostering long-term collaborations that support mission continuity and quality assurance across diverse installation environments. A strong advocate for small business participation, Raley consistently prioritizes socioeconomic set-asides, with nearly two-thirds of his acquisitions designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. He actively leverages HUBZone and Women-Owned Small Business set-asides, reflecting a deliberate strategy to expand economic opportunity while tapping into specialized local capabilities. His contracting patterns demonstrate a structured commitment to fostering a diverse, resilient vendor base aligned with Department of Defense socioeconomic goals. Raley’s procurement focus centers on NAICS categories 238160 (Roofing), 238220 (HVAC and Plumbing), and 238330 (Flooring), with additional emphasis on 236220 (Commercial Building Construction) and 811310 (Industrial Equipment Maintenance). His technical expertise lies in the procurement of building envelope systems, mechanical infrastructure upgrades, and facility maintenance services critical to sustaining mission-ready Air Force installations.